[CH] Densities
Byron Bromley (Byron.Bromley@gsd-co.com)
Tue, 28 Mar 2000 14:17:32 -0500
Here is a few variations of compost densities.
Weight is per cu yd.
Source my County Agent
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It varies greatly due to the materials that made up the compost and the
moisture content of the compost.
The range can be:
Leaves Loose and Dry 300
Leaves Compacted and Moist 500
Grass Clippings Loose 400
Grass Clippings Compacted 800
Cattle Manure 1450
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Byron